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Minneapolis charter school facing another sexual abuse lawsuit
By Nathan O'Neal at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
A former student is suing Best Academy alongside a youth development program known as Hospitality House after he was sexually assaulted and videotaped by a former teacher, according to a lawsuit filed this week.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
The lawsuit against Best Academy and Hospitality House raises concerns about the safety and oversight of charter schools in Minneapolis . As a community, Minneapolis has a vested interest in ensuring that all students, regardless of the type of school they attend, are protected from abuse and exploitation. This latest lawsuit will likely prompt renewed scrutiny of the measures in place to prevent and respond to incidents of sexual abuse in local schools. The fact that a former teacher was able to carry out such heinous acts will undoubtedly lead to questions about the screening and supervision of staff at Best Academy and other charter schools. The outcome of this lawsuit will be closely watched by parents, educators, and policymakers in Minneapolis, who will be looking for assurances that charter schools are taking concrete steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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